Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 401: Relating to a criminal offense for creating and distributing certain misleading videos with the intent to influence the outcome of an election.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 401 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to a criminal offense for creating and distributing certain misleading videos with the intent to influence the outcome of an election. Primary sponsor: Mary González (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 3, 2025): Left pending in committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary González | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Penny Morales Shaw | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 148 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Left pending in committee
- Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee
- Considered in public hearing
- Referred to Elections
- Read first time
- Filed